Melbourne Street Photo Tour by Aperture Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic walking endurance required; the tour involves moderate urban strolls often punctuated by stops for shooting.
Overview
Dive into Melbourne’s vibrant streets with Aperture Tours' private photo tour, where hands-on guidance meets iconic urban scenes. Perfect for photographers eager to sharpen their skills while uncovering the city’s visual secrets.
Melbourne Street Photo Tour
Private Tour • 3 hours • Discover the Secrets of the City
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About This Adventure
Embark on a three-hour private photo tour in Melbourne, exploring vibrant alleyways and iconic landmarks. Tailored to your skill level, this unique experience combines hands-on photography training with personalized guidance from professional photographers. Capture stunning images while learning essential techniques, all in a relaxed, intimate setting with a small group.
A three-hour private photo tour in Melbourne to hone your skills and create beautiful pictures.
Duration
3 hours
Prices
First Photographer: A$300 Additional Guests: A$75
About
Dive into the colourful alleyways, or capture the details along Flinders Street. Let Aperture Tours be your companion to find the best hidden and classic shots in Melbourne. The Melbourne Street Photo Tour takes you along the Yarra River to the city's best vantage points before turning inwards to sneak through the many colourful and intriguing alleys that riddle the city. From details to landmarks, this three-hour private tour teaches photography skills as well as encourages photographic development.
Whether you are starting off, a hobbyist or have years of experience, our team of professional photographers will find superb photographic opportunities for all kinds of interests, from landmarks and people watching to hidden secrets and great views of the city. Take advantage of the one-on-one experience of our private and personalized tour to develop your own creative vision.
Each tour is crafted to the skills and needs of the participants. Apart from taking photos, you can also expect to learn:
- Creative composition, using lines, repetition, camera angles
- Training your eye: finding subjects, lighting, composition
- Explore with a local: see new sights and new angles of familiar ones
- Taking control of your camera: f-stop, shutter speed, ISO and focusing
- Reviewing your photography
You won't be on your feet the entire time though, we will start off with a coffee to go over your work and level of technical expertise so that our professional photographers can craft the perfect tour, suited directly to your skillset. Let us know if you have a particular location you want to shoot and we will work it into the itinerary.
Each tour is private, and we will not couple you with people you do not know. Feel free to bring along guests, such as other photographer friends, or your partner and family, but we ask you to limit the group to four people. This way we can work at your pace to make sure you take away the skills that last a lifetime.
What to bring
Along with your camera and some comfortable walking shoes, make sure you don't forget a spare battery!
Adventure Tips
Charge Spare Camera Batteries
Ensure you bring extra batteries to avoid missing key shots during the tour.
Dress for Variable Weather
Wear layers and comfortable shoes as Melbourne weather can shift quickly and involves moderate walking.
Bring a Compact Tripod
A lightweight tripod can help stabilize your camera for low-light or creative shots in alleys.
Prepare for Urban Photography Etiquette
Be respectful of residents and businesses when photographing in alleyways and public spaces.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban native birds such as rainbow lorikeets
- Occasional sightings of flying foxes at dusk
History
Melbourne’s laneways date back to the 19th century and have evolved from service access routes into hubs of street culture and creativity.
Conservation
Aperture Tours encourages responsible photography—respecting private property and supporting local street artists helps preserve Melbourne’s unique urban environment.
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Recommended Gear
DSLR or Mirrorless Camera
Essential for capturing high-quality images with manual settings control.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Urban terrain requires good support and comfort over the three-hour tour.
Weather-Appropriate Layers
Melbourne’s weather changes rapidly; layers help maintain comfort outdoors.
spring|fall|winter specific
Spare Camera Battery
Extra power ensures you won’t miss important photo moments during the tour.